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3 Luxe for Less Christmas Gifts Under $100

Treat yourself or a fashionista friend to one of these luxe for less gifts, handpicked by Everything She Wants.

Indigo Handloom

LOFT necklace available on eBay

Carlos by Carlos Santana hobo

LOFT Feather and Crystal Necklace($34.99):Feel like an Aztec high priestess in this funky feather-and-crystal-adorned statement necklace. It retails for $75, but is sold out in LOFT stores and online. So scoop up yours on eBay for less than half the retail price and have it delivered before Christmas.

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